We wondered how all these beautiful snow geese could take to the air without an accident … but it seems that it does happen … the below image, the Protectors was taken on the same day, also at Middle Creek.

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Looking closely, you’ll see that the middle goose’s wing is tipped up at an odd angle. I’m hoping he’ll be okay.

“When a goose gets sick, wounded or shot down, two geese drop out of formation and follow it to help and protect it. They stay with it until it dies or is able to fly again. Then they launch out with another formation or catch up with the flock.”